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  • By Matt Walsh |
  • November 14, 2018
Still red, and deep blue

Florida is like the nation: Its rural and less-populated areas are holding on to their conservative ways, while the most populous centers are becoming increasingly progressive.

  • Longboat Key
  • Opinion
  • By David Conway |
  • November 10, 2016
WELCOME BACK: Construction continues in downtown Sarasota

As Sarasota prepares for a season filled with cranes and construction crews, here's a breakdown of five of the biggest projects in the works.

  • Sarasota
  • News
  • By Joe Hendricks |
  • October 11, 2012
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday ... it's the WSLR Beach Bash!

Sunday, Sunday, Sunday ... it's the WSLR Beach Bash!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By Eric Garwood |
  • June 19, 2019
Three Sarasota teens killed in Ringling Causeway crash, police say

Victims were two brothers, 19 and 17 years of age, and a 15-year-old girl.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Executive Director Steven High, Linda and Keith Monda and Veronica Brady — Photo by Niki Kottmann
  • By Niki Kottmann |
  • March 2, 2018
The Ringling announces $5 million gift towards The Ringling Inspires campaign

Keith D. and Linda L. Monda's donation will help the museum get one large step closer to reaching its goal of $100 million.

  • Arts + Culture
A moment of innocent fun between Eric Gilde and Leah Greene belies what goes in "The Nether." (Photo: Matthew Holler)
  • By Klint Lowry |
  • January 15, 2020
FST's offbeat series isn't kid stuff

Florida Studio Theatre's Stage III series for audiences who welcome challenge.

  • Arts + Culture
Brenda Cook and Darya Fedotova pack disaster boxes at All Faiths Food Bank.
  • By Anna Brugmann |
  • September 14, 2017
Sarasota nonprofits relieved, but recovering

Philanthropies are gearing up to travel the road to recovery after Hurricane Irma.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Marie Thompson and Tara Wagner were thrilled their hair donations would benefit others.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • March 21, 2012
Lakewood Ranch Town Hall employees donate hair to Locks of Love

Lakewood Ranch Town Hall employees Marie Thompson and Tara Wagner donated their hair to Locks of Love March 16, in honor of loved ones lost to cancer.

  • East County
  • News
The Ranch Grill Chef Jason Revell shares a recipe on turkey enchiladas. Photo by Jay Heater.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 21, 2017
Still hungry? Local chefs share their best post-Thanksgiving recipes

The big meal is important. So are the leftovers.

  • East County
  • News
Host KT Sullivan. Courtesy photo.
  • By June LeBell |
  • September 16, 2013
MUSIC REVIEW: 'Celebrate Sarasota'

The Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota turned to hometown talent with Celebrate Sarasota, which featured 19 groups performing Sunday afternoon and evening.

  • Arts + Culture
The State Street site is currently home to a 139-space parking lot. File photo.
  • By Kurt Schultheis |
  • May 3, 2012
City discusses future of State Street garage

Although a 2010 agreement requires the city build a 300-space parking garage at the State Street lot, some city commissioners are questioning if that is the best move currently.

  • Siesta Key
  • News
  • By Michael Eng |
  • September 8, 2010
Healing Hands

Mindy Lederman, proprietor of TimeOut On-Site Massage and summer camp director at the Athletic Center at Lakewood Ranch, was diagnosed with a rare ovarian cancer in June. Now, her friends are working to raise money while she receives chemotherapy.

  • East County
  • News
Bright lights and other disturbances make it difficult for turtles to find their way back to the ocean.
  • By Robin Hartill |
  • July 15, 2013
Turtle disorientations higher than usual

Mote scientists have documented 23 adult female disorientations during the first two-and-a-half months of nesting season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Hamilton
  • By Robin Roy |
  • February 17, 2011
Three-way race to decide District 3

Three candidates are seeking to replace Mayor Kelly Kirschner, who decided not to run for a second term on the City Commission.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Don't miss your chance to meet Santa!
  • By Observer Staff |
  • December 5, 2011
HOLIDAY TIPS: Santa Appearances

Santa is coming to town, and he's making a handful of appearances all over Manatee County and Sarasota County.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Premier Sports Campus, in Lakewood Ranch, already hosts local and national sports training and tournaments. File photo.
  • By Pam Eubanks |
  • November 23, 2017
Premier Sports Campus purchase on agenda

County staff recommend Manatee County funds the $5.2 million deal with tourist tax dollars and impact fees.

  • East County
  • News
An overturned truck Thursday morning has closed a northbound ramp to Interstate 75 at University Parkway.
  • By Jay Heater |
  • May 3, 2018
Overturned truck closes ramp to I-75 at University Parkway

FHP on the scene cleaning up northbound ramp.

  • East County
  • News
Yume Sushi will move into the Main Street building formerly occupied by Jalea next month, one of several restaurants and bars on the move in the area.
  • By David Conway |
  • June 19, 2014
Main Street Moves

Visitors to downtown Sarasota will see the area undergo some changes in the coming months, as businesses target the heart of the city as a space for growth and expansion.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Corey Crider as Belfiore, Stefano de Peppo as the Baron, and Jennifer Feinstein as the Marchesa in Verdi's "A King for a Day." Photo courtesy of Rod Millington and Sarasota Opera.
  • By June LeBell |
  • March 6, 2013
Music Review: 'Un giorno di regno' ('A King for a Day')

What a difference a year makes. In 1840, Giuseppe Verdi's wife and, two children died and then, 'Un giorno di regno' ('A King for a Day') came along and everyone hated it.

  • Arts + Culture
Joe Knispel, Nick Wyman, and Karl Hamilton. Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Marty Fugate |
  • January 11, 2016
Theater review: 'All the Way'

Asolo Rep's latest production offers a glimpse behind Lyndon Johnson and the Civil Rights Act.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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